California’s Close Calls with Hurricanes | Fresno News

California may dodge direct hurricane hits, but it’s not immune—thanks to a history of tropical systems brushing dangerously close. From Hurricane Emily’s 1965 near-miss to Hilary’s 2023 flooding, these storms weaken over cold Pacific waters but still pack serious punch. The ocean’s chill acts as a natural brake, but climate shifts like El Niño can amplify threats. Even without landfall, the impacts—from drowned boats to $900M in damage—show California’s vulnerability to tropical weather. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/b41c0821dbeab558